{"title":"Kara Goucher","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the inspiring world of Kara Goucher through her captivating collection of books, which provides an intimate glimpse into the life and career of one of the most accomplished long-distance runners. Known for her resilience and determination, Kara Goucher's writings are a testament to her incredible journey in the world of athletics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Longest Race\u003c\/em\u003e, among her notable works, dives deep into the challenges and triumphs she experienced on and off the track. This memoir goes beyond the physical feats, sharing personal struggles and victories that shaped her journey, making it a must-read for fans of Biography and Memoir categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an avid runner, a sports enthusiast, or simply someone looking for an inspiring read, Kara Goucher's books offer valuable insights and motivation. Delve into her story and discover how she navigates the complexities of life, sport, and personal growth with grace and perseverance.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-longest-race","title":"The Longest Race","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eINSTANT \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES\u003c\/i\u003e BESTSELLER\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn \"one of the most important athlete memoirs of its generation\" (Kate Fagan, #1 \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author), Olympian Kara Goucher reveals her experience of living through and speaking out about one of the biggest scandals in running.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKara Goucher grew up with Olympic dreams. She excelled at running from a young age and was offered a Nike sponsorship deal when she graduated from college. Then in 2004, she was invited to join a secretive, lavishly funded new team, dubbed the Nike Oregon Project. Coached by distance running legend Alberto Salazar, it seemed like the opportunity of a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKara was soon winning a World Championship medal, going to the Olympics, and standing on the podium at the New York and Boston marathons, just like her coach had done. But behind the scenes, Salazar was hiding dark secrets. He pushed the limits of anti-doping rules and created what Kara experienced as a culture of abuse, the extent of which she reveals in her book for the first time. Meanwhile, Nike stood by Alberto for years and proved itself capable of shockingly misogynistic corporate practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Longest Race\u003c\/i\u003e is an unforgettable story that is \"as interesting as it is important\" (Molly Huddle, two-time Olympian) and also a crucial call to action. Kara became a crusader for female athletes and a key witness helping to get Salazar banned from coaching at the Olympic level. \u003ci\u003eThe Longest Race\u003c\/i\u003e will leave you \"motivated, empowered, and ready to take on the world\" (Allyson Felix, Olympic gold medalist) as it reveals how Kara broke through the fear of losing everything, bucked powerful forces to take control of her life and career, and reclaimed her love of running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ingram Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45799069221100,"sku":"9781982179151","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781982179151.jpg?v=1728224307"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/kara-goucher.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}